1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | i20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2525 mm |
